Question 8 of 10

(demo test)

Product Demo for MA PrepPlus

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Which of the following is an otoscope?

A. A.

B. B.

C. C.

D. D.

E. E.

F. F.

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Category:

Clinical

Topic:

Physical Exam

High Yield:

No

Your Answer:

U

Correct Answer:

E

Explanation:

The correct answer is E. 

• A. Nasal speculum: Dilating device for the nares used by ENT physicians to examine internal structures of the nose
• B. Tuning fork: Used to test sense of vibration and auditory acuity
• C. Reflex hammer: used to text neurologic reflexes. Decreased/absent or increased reflexes can indicate the location of a neurologic injury
• D. Ophthalmoscope: Used to examine the eyes. Can detect retinal injuries or diseases like glaucoma
• E. Otoscope: Used to examine the ears for wax, infection, irritation, damage to the ear drum, etc.
• F. Tongue depressor: Used to depress the tongue to better visualize the back of the throat. May be used to look for signs of irritation or infection like Strep throat

Learning Point: Be able to identify commonly-used instruments for the general physical exam. 

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